The Fundamentals of Materials and Operations Management program offers an exciting classroom-based, instructor-led educational opportunity for people new to materials and operations management—or people working in positions that interact with this field.

Participants gain practical, essential skills that help them become more effective and productive in their jobs. The four-module format of the course teaches basic concepts, techniques, and terminology.

For professionals aspiring to APICS certification, Fundamentals establishes a solid entry-level base of knowledge upon which to build. The information below will enable you to view each of the four modules of Fundamentals based on your area of interest.

Fundamentals of Inventory Control introduces participants to essential vocabulary and skills identifying and applying the basic principles of inventory management.

Fundamentals of Planning teaches participants the principles of effective planning.

Fundamentals of Manufacturing Control details priority and capacity management through the use of material requirements planning.

Fundamentals of Operations Management maps out the relationship between goods and services and the operation of the systems.

Courses:

Fundamentals of Inventory Control

BUS 807

Participants are introduced to essential vocabulary and skills in identifying and applying the basic principles of inventory management. Basic methods of planning and controlling inventory in manufacturing, institutional, distribution, and retail environments are covered. The questions of what to stock are addressed through an examination of current and evolving technologies of inventory management.  This course imparts a fundamental knowledge and understanding of inventory management principles and techniques, providing participants with a greater understanding of their roles and responsibilities in the control of inventory and the impact that inventory can have on a business.  (Separate purchase for course materials:  $55 approximately.)

Fundamentals of Planning

BUS 808

This course introduces participants to the principles of effective planning and presents the concepts of planning at each level, from strategic to tactical.  Participants work together to solve problems, develop plans, build teams, and present solutions.  Through this course, they learn the essential ingredients of effective planning and have an opportunity to practice and enhance their own planning skills.  This course imparts a fundamental knowledge and understanding of basic planning principles and techniques that are used at each level of the planning process, providing practical examples and exercises that give participants an opportunity to improve their planning, teamwork, and presentation skills.  (Separate purchase for course materials:  $55 approximately.)

Schedule for Winter 2005:

Fundamentals of Inventory Control - 3 CEU's

• Thursdays, January 13 - March 31,  7:00-10:00 pm
• Instructor:  Frank Huchingson

• Registration #W05-003A

• Fee: $390

• Location:  CSU Channel Islands, Bell Tower Building,